Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini is hopeful that defender Martin Demichelis will sign a new contract with the club.
The Argentine's deal with the Citizens expires at the end of the season, but Pellegrini is adamant that he wants the 34-year-old to remain with the club after becoming an integral part of his defence.
Pellegrini told Sky Sports News: "He will finish his contract at the end of the season.
"I think he's a very important player for us and I hope that he will start soon his talks about a new contract - and that they will conclude in the right way."
Demichelis is expected to line up for City in their Premier League match against Sunderland later today.
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Simon Sinclair
Simon Sinclair
